August 03, 2011

When it comes to quick desserts I don't know anything that beats lumi - the snow. Lemon snow, lingonberry snow, apple snow, you name it. Whatever the flavour, this is quick, simple and so tasty and makes an ideal dessert for when you really just want something sweet to end a meal.

Now, I am not sure about the origins of this treat, but were you to browse any old Finnish recipe books, you'd definitely find it. Undoubtedly it has a certain retro feel to it, but in my opinion it just adds to the charm. I've tweaked the traditional recipe a bit and used honey instead of sugar and added a bit of vanilla and cinnamon for the taste. If you'd like to use whole apples, boil them until soft (with spices if you like), mash/grate into a smooth sauce, then use as below.

Omenalumi - Apple Snow

(serves 2)

2 large free-range egg whites

150ml organic, unsweetened apple sauce

1 tablespoon raw honey (liquid)

a drop or two of natural vanilla extract or paste

ground cinnamon, to serve

1. Whisk the egg whites in a bowl until hard peaks form.

2. In a separate bowl, mix together the apple sauce, honey and vanilla.

3. Carefully fold the apple mixture into the egg whites. Spoon the light cloud of apply goodness into serving bowls, then dust with ground cinnamon and serve immediately.

How freakin cool! I have never heard of apple snow before or any other flavor snow! It looks so light and airy and delicious and actually easy. I am definitely intrigued and can't wait to try it out. I might do apples and lemons together? What do you think? Is that done?

What I love so much abot your blog is that I'm constantly exposed to things I've never heard of before. I love learning about finnish food, which to be honest, I don't know anything about, and yor blog is so fll of these wonderful, fresh and healthy recipes!

Ja, ja, ja to that! It's the easiest and yummiest - have just looked up both my Finnish [Ojakangas] and Estonian cookery books - they also suggest one tries strawberries or raspberries. This is also meant to freeze beautifully and the taste is supposed to be even lighter?

I've had a recipe for Apple Snow for years now, but have never made it as my family would always want something more filling for dessert:P Thank you for your recipe, I can't wait to try with leatherwood honey!